Born in Denver on June 13, and living in the Detroit suburb of Birmingham from the age of 13, Allen was one of seven brothers raised by his mother.
Allen graduated from Western Michigan University in 1975 with a degree in TV production, and went to work as a creative director for a small advertising firm in Detroit.
Allen's role as the host of a fictional cable home improvement show, "Tool Time," is one that he wistfully hopes to recreate in real life someday.
TimAllen has enjoyed success in a variety of endeavours, as star and producer of the top-rated television show "Home Improvement", author of a #1 bestselling book, and star of his film debut, America's top-grossing The Santa Clause.
Born in Denver, Allen's father died when Tim was only 11 years old, something that the comedian would include in his sitcom by having the same thing occur to his character.
Tim Taylor the character was based on Allen's standup routine: he grunted, loved cars, tools, and sports, and had a man's perspective on life.
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